VetOne Betacillin Drops for Dogs & Cats, 62.5mg/mL, 15mL

VetOne Betacillin Drops. Approved for veterinary use in dogs and cats, Betacillin Drops provide broad-spectrum antibiotic coverage across many bacteria. The drops effectively treat skin infections in dogs and cats, periodontal infections in dogs, and urinary tract infections in cats.

Features & Benefits:

• A trusted veterinary antibiotic proven effective for decades
• Highly palatable bubblegum flavor
• Combines the broad-spectrum antibiotic activity of amoxicillin with the unique β-lactamase-inhibiting effect of clavulanate potassium for antimicrobial activity
• FDA approved generic offers great value in savings and trusted standard of treatment
• Familiar packaging and graduated dispensing dropper for ease of use

Indications

Betacillin Drops are indicated in the treatment of:

Dogs:

Skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, cellulitis, superficial/juvenile and deep pyoderma due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., and E. coli.

Periodontal infections due to susceptible strains of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. Betacillin Drops have been shown to be clinically effective for treating cases of canine periodontal disease.

Cats:

Skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis/dermatitis due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Pasteurella spp.

Urinary tract infections (cystitis) due to susceptible strains of E. coli.

Therapy may be initiated with Betacillin Drops prior to obtaining results from bacteriological and susceptibility studies.

A culture should be obtained prior to treatment to determine susceptibility of the organisms to Betacillin Drops. Following determination of susceptibility results and clinical response to medication, therapy may be reevaluated.

Dogs: The recommended dosage is 6.25 mg/lb (1 mL/10 lb) of body weight twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses, cellulitis, wounds, superficial/juvenile pyoderma, and periodontal infections should be treated for 5-7 days or for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no response is seen after 5 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated. Deep pyoderma may require treatment for 21 days; the maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.

Cats:

The recommended dosage is 62.5 mg (1 mL) twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses and cellulitis/dermatitis should be treated for 5-7 days or for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided, not to exceed 30 days. If no response is seen after 3 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated.

Urinary tract infections may require treatment for 10-14 days or longer. The maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.

Reconstitution instructions - oral suspension:

Add 14 mL of water to the 15 mL bottle and shake vigorously. Each mL of suspension will contain 50 mg of amoxicillin activity as the trihydrate and 12.5 mg of clavulanic acid activity as the potassium salt.

Note:

Any unused portion of the reconstituted suspension must be discarded after 10 days. Refrigeration of the reconstituted suspension is required.

Storage:

Do not store dry powder at temperatures above 25°C (77°F).

Contraindications:

The use of this drug is contraindicated in animals with a history of an allergic reaction to any of the penicillins or cephalosporins.

Warnings:

Safety of use in pregnant or breeding animals has not been determined. For use in dogs and cats only.

Keep Betacillin Drops in a secure location out of reach of dogs, cats and other animals to prevent accidental ingestion or overdose.

Adverse reactions:

Betacillin Drops contain a semisynthetic penicillin (amoxicillin) and has the potential for producing allergic reactions.

If an allergic reaction occurs, administer epinephrine and/or steroids.